Culina: Hands in the Kitchen (2016)

Developer: Lakeview Interactive LLC
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 2.5 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

You run a small restaurant by buying ingredients, crafting recipes, and making pricing and marketing decisions based on customer preferences and data.

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What players say

Players praise the art, characters, and wholesome story, but many find the business simulation tedious and the economy punishing, with some calling the game impossible. The ending is abrupt and unsatisfying. There is disagreement on whether the mix of visual novel and kitchen sim works well. Long-time players note the game has not been updated since its 2016 release.

Screenshots

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